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A242 ESX

1984 Honda VF400F

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2023
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,936 mi
Last recorded17,936 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2022
Typical for 1984 Honda VF400F31,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA242 ESX
MakeHonda
ModelVF400F
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2022 17,936 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2022 17,864 miles

Central Rear Suspension component modified so the suspension is inoperative Suspension not rebounding when depressed. (5.3.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Sep 2021 16,867 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 15,035 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF400F?

Based on 1,833 MOT tests across 351 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
399
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
351
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 59
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
reflector on motorcycle missing 31
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 29
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A242 ESX is a 1984 Honda VF400F in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1984 Honda VF400F models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 31,064 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda VF400F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A242 ESX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF400F typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 42 years old, this Honda VF400F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A242 ESX registered?

A242 ESX is a 1984 Honda VF400F, first registered on 15 June 1984.

Is A242 ESX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A242 ESX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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